Description
A delicious and comforting Pear Apple Cheddar Caramelized Onion Grilled Cheese Bagel Sandwich featuring sweet and tart fruit slices, sharp cheddar cheese, and rich caramelized onions, all grilled to golden perfection on your choice of plain or everything bagels. Perfect for a cozy lunch or a satisfying snack with a blend of savory and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
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Bagel Sandwich
- 2 plain or everything bagels, halved
- 4 slices sharp white cheddar cheese
- 1 small pear, thinly sliced
- 1 small apple, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- Extra butter for grilling
Caramelized Onions
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter with olive oil. Add thinly sliced onions and salt, cooking slowly for 15–20 minutes while stirring occasionally until the onions turn soft and golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Bagels: Preheat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. If using, spread Dijon mustard on the cut sides of each bagel half to add a subtle tangy flavor.
- Assemble the Sandwich: On one half of each bagel, layer slices of sharp cheddar cheese, followed by thin slices of pear and apple. Spoon a generous amount of the caramelized onions on top. Add another layer of cheddar slices, then cover with the remaining bagel half, cut side down.
- Butter and Grill: Lightly butter the outside of the assembled bagels. Place the sandwiches in the preheated skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, gently pressing with a spatula to help melt the cheese and create a golden, crisp crust.
- Serve: Once the cheese is melted and the bagels are toasted to a golden brown, remove from the skillet, slice each sandwich in half if desired, and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apple varieties like Fuji and Granny Smith for extra flavor depth.
- A splash of balsamic glaze added to the caramelized onions gives a nice tangy balance.
- This recipe adapts beautifully with cinnamon raisin bagels for a sweeter, more complex savory-sweet twist.
